The total recorded crimes in Van, Caerphilly, UK in January 2026 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Van crime rate of 0.09 per 1,000 population.
It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Van, encompassing approximately 11,135 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Van, we need to analyze Van crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Caerphilly:
In 2024, Van reported a higher crime volume than the Caerphilly average, with 791 crimes compared to 699. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Van witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.
In 2023, Van had fewer crimes than the Caerphilly average, with 575 crimes compared to 598. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Van recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Caerphilly, Van has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In January 2026 the Van has recorded 1 crimes with crime rate of 0.09 ranking 10th out of 30 in the Caerphilly, UK
In 2024, the total Van crimes were 791. The crime rate of Van in 2024 was 71.03 (year) or 5.92 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
In 2023, the total crimes in Van were around 575 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.64 (year) or 4.30 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
| Area | January 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Van) | Crimes | Rank (Van) | Crimes | Rank (Van) | |
| Aberbargoed and Bargoed | 2 | 2 | 1,362 | 2 | 1,358 | 1 |
| Blackwood | NA | NA | 1,417 | 1 | 1,169 | 2 |
| Aber Valley | 3 | 1 | 688 | 16 | 515 | 21 |
| Penyrheol | 1 | 7 | 1,103 | 4 | 949 | 3 |
| Crumlin | NA | NA | 1,174 | 3 | 803 | 6 |
| Gilfach | 2 | 3 | 157 | 31 | 190 | 30 |
| St Cattwg | NA | NA | 898 | 8 | 871 | 4 |
| Nelson | 1 | 4 | 394 | 26 | 296 | 28 |
| Morgan Jones | NA | NA | 1,003 | 6 | 847 | 5 |
| St Martins | NA | NA | 1,008 | 5 | 730 | 8 |
| Llanbradach | 1 | 5 | 462 | 23 | 413 | 23 |
| Machen and Rudry | 1 | 6 | 431 | 24 | 410 | 24 |
| Cefn Fforest and Pengam | NA | NA | 937 | 7 | 763 | 7 |
| Pontllanfraith | 1 | 8 | 697 | 14 | 631 | 12 |
| Risca West | NA | NA | 780 | 10 | 697 | 9 |
| Twyn Carno | 1 | 9 | 675 | 18 | 679 | 10 |
| New Tredegar | NA | NA | 657 | 20 | 670 | 11 |
| Maesycwmmer | NA | NA | 771 | 11 | 630 | 13 |
| Ystrad Mynach | NA | NA | 761 | 12 | 627 | 14 |
| Risca East | NA | NA | 718 | 13 | 557 | 19 |
| Hengoed | NA | NA | 687 | 17 | 626 | 15 |
| Newbridge | NA | NA | 693 | 15 | 523 | 20 |
| Moriah and Pontlottyn | NA | NA | 658 | 19 | 597 | 16 |
| Bedwas and Trethomas | NA | NA | 643 | 21 | 579 | 17 |
| Abercarn | NA | NA | 564 | 22 | 473 | 22 |
| Crosskeys | NA | NA | 347 | 27 | 342 | 25 |
| Ynysddu | NA | NA | 402 | 25 | 332 | 26 |
| Penmaen | NA | NA | 313 | 28 | 303 | 27 |
| Argoed | NA | NA | 264 | 29 | 211 | 29 |
| Darran Valley | NA | NA | 213 | 30 | 167 | 31 |
In January 2026, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
In November 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (12 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (10 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 141 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 17.62 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 31 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 24 |
| July 2025 | 27 |
| June 2025 | 31 |
| May 2025 | 18 |
| April 2025 | 18 |
| March 2025 | 21 |
A total of 62 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 6 |
| July 2025 | 11 |
| June 2025 | 10 |
| May 2025 | 16 |
| April 2025 | 8 |
| March 2025 | 11 |
A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 10 |
| March 2025 | 6 |
A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 5 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 7 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 10 |
| March 2025 | 6 |
A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 7 |
| July 2025 | 9 |
| June 2025 | 12 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 7 |
A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 29 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 5.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 6 |
| March 2025 | 8 |
A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Van postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |